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Malawi
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GROUP TRIPS
Malawai & South Luangwa
Ref: ZA (2008 season)
Malawi - Zambia
14 days Lodges/Inn/Chalets - Wildlife, Wilderness & Relaxation
Introduction
Often referred to as The Warm Heart of Africa, Malawi is a hidden
gem among its larger southern African neighbours. We concentrate
on the stunning scenery of the Zomba Plateau and the country's dominating
geographical feature, Lake Malawi, the most beautiful of the Great
Rift Valley lakes. We also include world-class game viewing in Zambia's
South Luangwa National Park, regarded as Africa's finest park for
walking safaris.
Tour information
Scenery of Zomba Plateau
From the capital Lilongwe, we head to Zomba in southern Malawi,
a relatively low-lying plateau interrupted by dramatic mountains
- a hiker's paradise with plentiful birds and other wildlife and
dramatic views across to the Mulanje Massif and Mozambique. During
our time here we visit Chingwe's Hole, Queen's and Emperor's views
and explore the surrounding montane forest hoping to see wildlife
from blue and vervet monkeys to bushbuck, as well as many birds
including Livingstone's turaco.
Magic of Lake Malawi
From Zomba we head to Lake Malawi, enclosed by sheer mountains and
edged by endless palm-fringed beaches, a huge inland sea carved
out by the Great Rift Valley and the most beautiful of Africa's
great lakes. We spend our time here at Cape Maclear, a forest-ringed
peninsula with its beautiful nearby islands and stunning sunsets,
where you can relax, snorkel among the teeming tropical fish or
perhaps enjoy a boat trip to secluded islands.
South Luangwa National Park
After a stay at Senga Bay further north on Lake Malawi we turn west
into Zambia and its premier National Park, South Luangwa. Lying
on the valley floor between the meandering Luangwa River and the
steep Muchinga Escarpment, Luangwa is one of the finest parks in
all of Africa, ideal for foot safaris and also noted for its high
concentration of game and variety of habitats - from shaded mopane
woodland to lagoons and the banks of the Luangwa River. We spend
our time here on a variety of game-drives, walking safaris and nature
trails.
Itinerary
1 Fly London/Lilongwe.
2 Arrive Lilongwe.
3 Drive to Zomba Plateau via Dedza.
4 At Zomba Plateau; visit and walks.
5 & 6 Drive to Cape Maclear on Lake Malawi; optional activities.
7 Drive to Senga Bay.
8 Drive to South Luangwa N. Park (Zambia).
9 to 11 In South Luangwa; two game drives, a walking safari and
nature trail are included; rest of time free for choice of optional
activities.
12 Drive to Lilongwe (Malawi).
13 Fly London.
14 Arrive London.
Accommodation and Meals
4nts lodge, 2nts inn, 4nts chalet; 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches &
9 dinners included.
Transport
Minibus/4WD vehicles/On foot.
Comments
An easy-paced journey focusing on the the Zomba Plateau, Lake Malawi
and South Luangwa with plenty of chance for relaxation as well as
game drives and walking both in Zomba and South Luangwa.
Group Size
Approx. 12 to 16.
Tour Staff
Explore Tour Leader, driver(s) plus N. Park rangers/safari guides.
Dates and Prices
Depart | Return | Price | Tue, 22nd Jul 08 | Mon, 4th Aug 08 | £2,007 | Tue, 12th Aug 08 | Mon, 25th Aug 08 | £2,007 | Tue, 9th Sep 08 | Mon, 22nd Sep 08 | £1,807 | Tue, 14th Oct 08 | Mon, 27th Oct 08 | £1,807 | Tue, 21st Jul 09 | Mon, 3rd Aug 09 | £2,079 | Tue, 11th Aug 09 | Mon, 24th Aug 09 | £2,079 | updated: 12/05/08 08:36:43. |
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Group trips usually have between 10 - 18 people, with a good
mix of male and female, singles and couples, with most aged
between 25 - 55. They are run by a number of specialist companies
that we have worked with closely for many years. If you are
travelling by yourself, or enjoy the
sociablility of other like minded travellers, these are the
trips for you.
All prices include air fares from London.
Footloose can book these trips for
you, at no extra cost, and give you the benefit of our personal
advice and service. We can also organise different flights
and add-on excursions.
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